Sochi greets the world with opening ceremonies

February 7, 2014

The Winter Olympics kicked off today in Sochi, Russia, with a wide array of breath-taking performances. Over 3,000 athletes from around the world were greeting spectators, and of course, there was the timeless lighting of the torch. Canada rolled in with an overwhelming 221 athletes, their largest number ever in the Winter Games. Jamaica, whose bobsled team will be appearing in the games, also showed up, making sure their flag was hoisted high.